Successful Management of Kaphaja Artava Vikriti (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) with Ayurvedic Interventions: A Case Study

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Vol. 13 No. 01 (2025): AYURLOG: NJ-RAS

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Vaibhav Khirodkar

Abstract

Kaphaja Artava Vikriti (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, PCOS) affects 5-10% of women of reproductive age. Ayurveda offers a holistic approach to managing PCOS. A 25-year-old female presented with oligomenorrhea, hirsutism, acne, and obesity (BMI 32). Ultrasound revealed multiple ovarian cysts.  Treatment: Ayurvedic interventions included: Dietary modifications (low-kapha diet),Herbal formulations: Like Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus),. Kanchnar Guggulu (Bauhinia variegata) c, Triphala (Terminalia chebula, Terminalia belerica, Emblica officinalis), Basti (medicated enema) therapy were given and  the Yoga and meditation adviced. Results-After 6 months of treatment: Menstrual regularity improved (28-day cycle), Hirsutism reduced (50% decrease in Ferriman-Gallwey score),Acne improved (70% reduction),Weight loss (10 kg),Ovarian cysts reduced in size and number .Conclusion: This case study demonstrates the efficacy of Ayurvedic interventions in managing Kaphaja Artava Vikriti (PCOS). A holistic approach addressing diet, lifestyle, and herbal therapies can improve symptoms and quality of life.


Keywords: Kaphaja Artava Vikriti, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Ayurveda, Shatavari, Kanchnar Guggulu, Triphala.

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Vaibhav Khirodkar. (2025). Successful Management of Kaphaja Artava Vikriti (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) with Ayurvedic Interventions: A Case Study. Ayurlog: National Journal of Research in Ayurved Science, 13(01). Retrieved from https://ayurlog.com/index.php/ayurlog/article/view/1249

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